Shazam Adds Visual Recognition – QR Codes Just Got Cool Again
Audio recognition app Shazam has found a place on every music lover's smartphone. Increasingly labels and publishers are using data from the app to spot trends, find new artists and. Continue reading
5 Great Ways Musicians Can Use Facebook Video
2015 is the year Facebook video will reach parity with YouTube’s feature set and audience. The introduction of auto-playing video, changes to the platform’s algorithm to favor video, and Facebook’s strong. Continue reading
Three Ways Musicians Can Stand Out On Social Media
Social media has become one of the most powerful self-promotional tools for all artists. But while many acts use social media like Facebook and Twitter to advertise new releases and. Continue reading
Cookie Now, Market Later: Veruca Salt and The Power Of Retargeting
When you have big news about your band to announce, make sure you don’t miss out on retargeting pool opportunities. The earlier that you get your retargeting pixels in place. Continue reading
The Three Biggest Reasons Why You Might Still Want To Sign With A Record Label
Depending on who you talk to, the internet has either helped or hindered the music business. Some people think it's done both. Sure, sales are down and the economic paradigm. Continue reading
Artist Merchandising Made Simple
When you are making your own music and doing your own marketing, you have to front the cost yourself. But is it providing a large profit margin for you? Check. Continue reading
Jolin Tsai’s Same-Sex Marriage Music Video Is Not Banned Here [WATCH]
Censorship of music, almost unthinkable in the U.S. and Europe, still exists in other parts of the world. Taiwanese singer Jolin Tsai's "We're All Different, Yet The Same" song and. Continue reading
How To Tame The Wild West Of Music Supervision
Music supervision has roots dating back to silent films, when composers provided background music in the theaters during the showing. Now, the craft has evolved into a multifaceted profession with. Continue reading
Your Summer Music Festival Survival Guide
Summertime is here and that means it is time to break out all of the gear to hit the festival circuit right. But do you really have EVERYTHING you need?. Continue reading
